1. Audit your agent’s online marketing.
2. Post a video love letter about your home on YouTube.
3. Let your neighbors choose their neighbors.
4. Facebook your home’s listing.
5. Leave some good stuff behind.
6. Beat the competition with condition.
7. Stage the exterior of your home too.
8. Access is essential.
9. Get real about pricing.
10. Get clued into your competition.
11. De-personalize.
12. De-clutter.
13. Listen to your agent.

Read the full detailed list of step to take on the Readers Digest

Selling Your House in a Tough Market:: 10 Strategies That Work

The top 10 things you need to know when buying a home.

1. Don’t buy if you can’t stay put.
2. Start by shoring up your credit.
3. Aim for a home you can really afford.
4. If you can’t put down the usual 20 percent, you may still qualify for a loan.
5. Buy in a district with good schools.
6. Get professional help.
7. Choose carefully between points and rate.
8. Before house hunting, get pre-approved.
9. Do your homework before bidding.
10. Hire a home inspector.

Read more from the full article on Tips for Buying a Home at CNNMoney.com

The New Complete Book of Home Buying

How to Buy a Home With a Low Down Payment

Home loans with down payments of less than 20 percent are becoming increasingly popular. They are called low down payment mortgages. With the wide variety of loans available, home buyers have the freedom to choose the type of loan that best suits their needs. Early on in the homebuying process, it is a good idea to meet with several lenders to compare the types of mortgages they offer and shop for the best price and terms.

The rewards of homeownership include:

• Personal satisfaction
• Sense of community
• Tax savings
• Stability for you and your family
• Investment in the future

To learn how to obtain a mortgage with less than 20% down, you can read the full article here:

http://publications.usa.gov/epublications/low_down/low_down.htm

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